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AK06 SKU

2006 Volkswagen Fox

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

82,110 mi
Last recorded82,110 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Fox55,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK06 SKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelFox
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 82,110 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 17 Feb 2026 82,110 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 81,234 miles

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Fail 12 Feb 2025 81,194 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle pulling to right 48% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

under covers fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 6 Mar 2024 80,202 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Mar 2024 80,101 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Mid and back box joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 78,223 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 76,487 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 74,779 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 73,370 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 70,240 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 70,235 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Flexi (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 63,752 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre just above 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Jan 2018 63,752 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre just above 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 57,519 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 47,200 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly damaged on outer sidewall

handbrake could have slightly less travel

Pass 6 Jan 2015 42,447 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 42,301 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 35,627 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 35,627 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 32,441 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 32,441 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 28,317 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 23,912 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 23,912 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 18,926 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Fox?

Based on 688,416 MOT tests across 39,526 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
4,653
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
39,526
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 8,975
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,115
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,065
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,997
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AK06 SKU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Fox models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 55,836 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Fox fails its MOT is suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, accounting for 8,975 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK06 SKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Fox typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Fox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AK06 SKU is a 2006 Volkswagen Fox, first registered on 5 May 2006.

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